Paris Saint-Germain are making a strong impression in the 2026 Ballon d’Or rankings, with several members of the French champions’ squad featuring prominently as the countdown to football’s most prestigious individual award continues in London.
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Paris Saint-Germain are making a strong impression in the 2026 Ballon d’Or rankings, with several members of the French champions’ squad featuring prominently as the countdown to football’s most prestigious individual award continues in London.
The official rankings are being revealed progressively on Monday, October 26, with the football world waiting to discover who will claim the men’s prize at the 70th Ballon d’Or ceremony at the London Palladium.
PSG’s representation has been particularly striking, with Vitinha, Achraf Hakimi, Nuno Mendes, João Neves, Willian Pacho, Ferran Torres, and Marquinhos among the players whose positions have been announced. The growing presence of the European champions’ stars underlines the strength of their individual campaigns during the 2025/26 season.
The leading positions remain the focus of attention as the countdown approaches its climax, with the identity of the eventual winner still the biggest question of the evening.
PSG’s representation has been particularly notable, with Vitinha, Achraf Hakimi, Nuno Mendes, João Neves, Willian Pacho and Marquinhos among the players featuring in the rankings announced so far.
Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham occupies the 11th position with Barcelona youngster Pau Cubarsi in 12th and Hakim in 13th position.
Vitinha is currently placed 14th, while Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice occupies 15th position. PSG forward Ferran Torres is 16th, with Vinícius Júnior of Real Madrid ranked 17th.
Real Madrid defender Marc Cucurella follows in 18th place, while PSG midfielder João Neves is 19th. His teammate Willian Pacho occupies 20th, ahead of Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhães in 21st.
Inter Milan striker Lautaro Martínez is ranked 22nd, with PSG defender Nuno Mendes in 23rd. Bayern Munich forward Luis Díaz sits 24th, while PSG captain Marquinhos is 25th.
Bayern Munich defender Dayot Upamecano follows in 26th place, ahead of Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes in 27th. Julián Quiñones is ranked 28th, while William Saliba and Sadio Mané feature among the players announced at 29th.
This is a live coverage and rankings will be updated immediately they are official.
Mandela Yaw AnuvabeMandela Yaw Anuvabe is a journalist and sports writer with 3Sports under Media General, delivering compelling sports content and in-depth coverage. Known for having a knack for telling intriguing feature stories, Mandela was recently recognised for his impeccable writing, finishing fifth in Africa in the International Sports Press Association (AIPS) Awards Young Reporters Writing category.
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